Lawrence H. Keeley
Lawrence H. Keeley was an American archaeologist known for his work on prehistoric warfare and the development of early human societies. He authored the influential book 'War Before Civilization: The Myth of the Peaceful Savage.'
Books
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1. War Before Civilization
"War Before Civilization" challenges the common perception that prehistoric societies were peaceful and that war only emerged with the advent of civilization. The book presents a comprehensive analysis of archaeological and ethnographic evidence, demonstrating that prehistoric warfare was frequent, deadly, and unequivocally deliberate. It argues that intertribal conflicts were conducted with strategic planning and that rates of casualties could be as high as those found in modern wars. The book dispels the myth of the noble savage and suggests that the practices of war have deep roots in humanity's past, fundamentally shaping human society long before recorded history.
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